Technology Sector Bolsters
Small-Capitalization Stocks

NEW YORK -- Bolstered by the strength of the technology sector, small-capitalization stocks rose Monday, outperforming the broad market and blue chips.

The Nasdaq Composite Index rose to 1299.82, gaining 7.21, or 0.56%, for its sixth record in as many sessions, with its strength concentrated in computer-related stocks. The Russell 2000 index of small-cap stocks rose 1.23, or 0.35%, to 355.34.